Staffordshire Pearlware Cabbage Leaf Jug, England, Circa 1790–1800

An English Staffordshire pearlware jug dating to circa 1790–1800, produced in a compact size with rounded body, fluted neck and carefully shaped pouring spout. Small examples of this type are considerably less common than larger jugs.

The body is moulded with cabbage-leaf relief panels outlined in brown enamel feathering, applied by hand with serrated edges. The panels are decorated with loosely painted floral sprigs in polychrome enamels. The rim carries a modest foliate relief border picked out in blue and green enamels, uneven in execution and typical of early Staffordshire pearlware.

The pearlware body has a pale bluish-white tone. The base is unmarked. Comparable examples have been tentatively attributed to the well-known Staffordshire makers William Baddeley and Booth’s of Stoke, as referenced in auction and dealer literature.

A rare and attractive small-format jug with clear collector interest.

Dimensions:
Height 13 cm
Width 12 cm
Depth 9 cm
Weight 172 g

Condition:
Excellent antique condition. No visible damage, cracks or restoration.

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